The following procurements are exempt from the requirements of this subchapter to the extent set forth below:
(A) Sole source provider. If there is only 1 known person or entity capable of providing a particular good or service, the requirement of this subchapter concerning bidding procedures shall not be applicable. Documentation and justification of the sole source provider shall be included in writing with submission of the purchase order.
(B) Used equipment. Upon recommendation of the Town Manager, the Council may elect to waive the bid procedures with respect to the purchase of used equipment.
(C) Cooperative purchasing. The Council may approve a cooperative purchase or award a contract for service without a formal bidding process whenever another governmental unit or public procurement unit has conducted a formal bidding process for the same item or service if, in the opinion of the Town Manager, a separate bidding process is not likely to result in a lower price for the items or services.
(D) Construction projects. Construction projects shall comply with A.R.S. Title 34, including modifications thereto resulting from the town’s adoption of A.R.S. § 41-2574, as amended.
(E) Brand name compatibility. The town may request brand names for items used on a regular basis, as long as such designation is for the purpose of maintaining compatibility of like equipment and the efficiencies associated with the use of compatible equipment.
(F) Intergovernmental agreements. Intergovernmental agreements pursuant to A.R.S. §§ 11-251 et seq.
(Ord. 2020-884, passed 8-11-2020)